Dow Street is in Hyde and in Tameside district. SK14 4TE is located in the Hyde Newton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stalybridge and Hyde. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dow Street, Hyde, SK14 4TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SK14 4TB, SK14 4TD, SK14 4BX, SK14 4BU, SK14 4SZ, SK14 4BS, SK14 4BZ, SK14 4BN, SK14 4BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SK14 4TE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 50.5% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49.5% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SK14 4TE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 66.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 49.5% | 66.4% | 16.9% | 37.9% | 28.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21% | 15.1% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -29.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 6% | 3.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 17% | 9.5% | -7.5% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 4.3% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.8% | 40.1% | -5.7% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 29.6% | 1.0% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 17.8% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 8% | 9.8% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SK14 4TE this area, 31.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.5% | 31.6% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 13.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 15% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 14.1% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 13.7% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 20.9% | 11.9% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 6.5% | 2.1% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 8.3% | 9.1% | 0.8% | 1.1% | 8.0% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 6.8% | 6.5% | 2.5% | 4.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 82.7% | 74.3% | -8.4% | 81.4% | -7.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 85.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 85.2% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 4% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.3% | 7.7% | 1.4% | 5.6% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 84.6% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 8.4% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.6% | 76.7% | -8.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 27.4% | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.5% | 37.2% | 9.3% |
| Christian | 36% | 46.2% | -10.2% |
| Muslim | 15.5% | 6.5% | 9.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 1.3% | 6.0% | -4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dow Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hyde Godley average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Dow Street, Hyde, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £41,000 | 2020-03-30 | £54,312 |
| 20 Dow Street, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £94,500 | 2019-11-22 | £136,274 |
| 20 Dow Street, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2013-01-31 | £135,049 |
| 3 Dow Street, Hyde, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,390 | 2011-05-23 | £179,225 |
| 44 Dow Street, Hyde, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2011-05-19 | £169,710 |
SK14 4TE area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flowery Field Primary School Off Old Road , SK14 4SQ | 3out of 4 | 478 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Cheetham Hill Road , SK16 5LB | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary and Moderate Learning Difficulties Resource Provision St Mary's Road , SK14 4EZ | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yew Tree Primary School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BJ | 3out of 4 | 876 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic Primary School Turner Lane , SK14 4AG | 3out of 4 | 1,256 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde High School Old Road , SK14 4SP | 2out of 4 | 450 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayner Stephens High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BL | - not rated | 1,001 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College Birch Lane , SK16 5AP | 3out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | 3out of 4 | 2,722 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Thomas More RC College Town Lane , Denton M34 6AF | 3out of 4 | 2,916 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 2,903 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 3,434 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Ashton School Bennett Street , SK14 4SS | 3out of 4 | 295 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale School Cheetham Hill Road , SK16 5LD | 3out of 4 | 816 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cromwell High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,001 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside Pupil Referral Service Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | 2out of 4 | 1,032 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Birbeck Street , Off High Street SK15 1SH | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Cake And Sandwich Shop | The New Cake And Sandwich Shop, 11 Bennett Street | 278 yd | |
| The Butty Bar | The Butty Bar, 2 Lodge Street | 597 yd | |
| Louvolite Limited | Louverlite Ltd, Ashton Road | 604 yd | |
| Active Community Cafe At The Together Centre | Loxley House, 85 Birch Lane | 617 yd | |
| Java Coffee Shop | Hyde Park, Park Road | 717 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George And Dragon | George And Dragon, 23 Bennett Street | 278 yd | |
| Cheshire Cheese | Cheshire Cheese, 175 Ashton Road | 357 yd | |
| Newton Ward Conservative Club | Newton Moor Conservative Club, Ashton Road | 420 yd | |
| Flowery Field Cricket Club | Flowery Field Cricket Club Changing Rooms, Throstle Bank Street | 847 yd | |
| Dukinfield Cricket Club | Dukinfield Cricket Club, Clarendon Street | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| H And C Takeaway | H And C Takeaway, 22 Bennett Street | 278 yd | |
| Ying Wah | Ying Wah, 65 Old Road | 367 yd | |
| Mean Beanz | Mean Beanz, 165 Ashton Road | 396 yd | |
| Wheelers Traditional Fish And Chips | Wheelers Traditional Fish And Chips, 2 Westbury Street | 523 yd | |
| Dynasty Chinese Takeaway | Dynasty Chinese Takeaway, 30 Talbot Road | 848 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bennett Street Playing Fields SHELLEY GROVE | grass pitches | 307 yd |
| Leigh Fold Playing Fields LEIGH FOLD | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Thomas Ashton School ACCESS TO SCHOOL OF ACCESS TO SCHOOL OF BENNETT STREET | health and fitness suite | 446 yd |
| Hyde Technology School (Closed) Old Road | 465 yd | |
| Hyde Community College OLD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 465 yd |
| Flowery Field Primary School FLOWERY FIELD INFANTS SCHOOL FLOWERY FIELD INFANTS SCHOOL OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 594 yd |
| Village Gym (Hyde) CAPTAIN CLARKE ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 695 yd |
| Astley Sports Village Yew Tree Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 844 yd |
| Flowery Field Cricket Club FLOWERY FIELD GREEN | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Blocksages Playing Fields BIRCH LANE | grass pitches | 946 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 66.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 135.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.